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#80 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 2% in state

Norton Primary Elementary School

Elementary School · Norton City

3163 Greenwich Rd, Norton, OH 44203

Enrollment

216

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

9.3

Grades

Pre-K – Kindergarten

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#80 of 3,441

In Norton

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Norton City

Academic performance

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Norton Primary Elementary School

9.3/10

Elementary School in Norton · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.7/10

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6.3/10

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About Norton Primary Elementary School

Norton Primary Elementary School is a public elementary school in Norton, OH, part of Norton City. Norton Primary Elementary School serves approximately 216 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Norton Primary Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #80 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Norton Primary Elementary School show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 9.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.2
  • OH avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data8
Annual Change-0.8 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2016
TrendStable
Academics9.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency92% (2016 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency82% (2016 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency87% (2016 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2016 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+31.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile95th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,472
Chronic Absenteeism20.4%

Norton Primary Elementary School — Students at Norton Primary Elementary School score 87% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

38%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2015-16)

Math Proficiency 85.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2016)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 85.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2016)
School
State
N/A

Based on 16 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
92%
ELA
82%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.

How Norton Primary Elementary School Compares

See how Norton Primary Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.3/10
98th percentile in OH
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
38%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.4%

Location

3163 Greenwich Rd, Norton, OH 44203

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Norton Primary Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Arrowhead Primary Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Copley), with a very similar rating. Another option is Norton Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Overlook Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Wadsworth), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Norton, see our Norton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Norton Middle School Norton 0.1 mi 7.7
Norton High School Norton 0.5 mi 6.3
Norton Elementary School Norton 1.4 mi 9.0
Barberton Primary School Barberton 1.6 mi 7.5
Barberton Preschool Barberton 1.5 mi 3.4
Barberton Virtual Academy Barberton 1.5 mi
ST AUGUSTINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Barberton 1.6 mi 6.7
Barberton Middle School Barberton 1.7 mi 6.5
Barberton High School Barberton 1.7 mi 4.6
HAMETOWN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Norton 2.1 mi 7.7
Barberton Intermediate School Barberton 2.7 mi 7.4
Arrowhead Primary Elementary School Copley 4.4 mi 9.2
Wadsworth Middle School Wadsworth 3.5 mi 8.4
Imagine Akron Academy Akron 3.6 mi
Imagine Leadership Academy Akron 3.6 mi 7.8
Copley-Fairlawn Middle School Copley 4.8 mi 8.8
Overlook Elementary School Wadsworth 3.6 mi 8.6
Wadsworth High School Wadsworth 3.7 mi 6.7
Sam Salem Community Learning Center Akron 3.7 mi 8.1
Wadsworth City School District Online Academy Wadsworth 3.8 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,124

Median Home Value

$148,300

Median Rent

$832/mo

Population

38,705

College Educated

21.3%

Homeownership

69.7%

Avg Commute

22.4 min

Poverty Rate

13.3%

Median Age

43.4

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Buckeye Central Elementary School New Washington, OH 9.3
Franklin Monroe Elementary School Pitsburg, OH 9.3
Roosevelt Elementary School Lakewood, OH 9.3
Stryker Elementary School Stryker, OH 9.3
Lincoln Elementary School Lakewood, OH 9.4
COLUMBUS MONTESSORI EDUCATION CENTER Columbus, OH 9.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Norton Primary Elementary School

What grades does Norton Primary Elementary School serve?

Norton Primary Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.

How many students attend Norton Primary Elementary School?

Norton Primary Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 216 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Norton Primary Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Norton Primary Elementary School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Norton Primary Elementary School rank in OH?

Norton Primary Elementary School ranks #80 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Norton Primary Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Norton Primary Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Norton Primary Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Norton Primary Elementary School has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016).

Is Norton Primary Elementary School a charter school?

No, Norton Primary Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Norton Primary Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Norton Primary Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Norton Primary Elementary School?

38.0% of students at Norton Primary Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
55 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
216
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
38.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Summit County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.4%

District

Norton City
District Enrollment
2,216
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,472
District Rank
#1 of 4

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